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Haake Mars iQ

Intuitive OperationsSmart designCustomised methodsApplication-specific solutionsExtensive selection of equipment and accessories

The brand new Haake Mars iQ rheometers can be used for reliable rheological characterisation of samples. The system can be controlled via the RheoWin software or directly from the 7-inch screen. Several preset methods (SOP) can be saved into the Mars IQ system, which can then be started directly on the screen. As such, using the system does not require specialised knowledge: almost anyone can perform measurements. This makes Haake Mars iQ an excellent choice for quality control laboratories. Mars iQ can be used for various measuring geometries, and the Connect Assist system automatically recognises the geometry used. Haake Mars iQ comes in two models: one with ball bearing and one with air bearing. This allows the system to be used for a wide range of different measurements, including texture analyses, tribology and pressure-reliant measurements in a pressure cell.

Timo Saarela

Features

Technical specifications

HAAKE MARS iQ Rheometers offer many advantages:

Intuitive Operations

Multifunctional 7” touchscreen for instrument operation and SOP execution right at your fingertips
‘Assist’ functionalities to simplify operation and prevent mistakes
‘Connect Assist’ quick coupling of measuring geometries and temperature modules with automatic recognition
‘Color Assist’ colour-coded plugs for quick, correct selection of temperature modules
HAAKE™ RheoWin™ Rheology Software for extensive measuring flexibility with free updates (Optional 21 CFR part 11 module available)

Intelligent Design

Folded H frame concept for greater stiffness and ultra-precise lift control with a wide travel range
Durable material: high-performance mineral composite casting with high vibrational damping, minimal temperature expansion and high chemical resistance
Next generation of highly dynamic, powerful EC motor with a mechanical or air bearing.

Individualized Configurations

Broad scope of temperature modules, measuring geometries and application-oriented measuring cells, e.g., pressure cells, building material measuring cell or tribology measuring cell
Sensitive normal force sensor measures axial forces in both directions for applications such as texture analysis
Lateral and bottom access for customized test requirements

Application solutions

The HAAKE MARS iQ Rheometers are well-suited for the rheological characterization of a broad range of samples from low-viscous or water-like up to stiff and paste-like semisolids:

Investigation of paints, coatings and inks: shear viscosity, thixotropy, yield stress, shear recovery, levelling and sagging behavior
Rheology and textural properties of foods and foodstuffs: shear viscosity, yield stress, tribology, texture analysis (axial bending, breaking, squeezing tests), phase transition
Rheology of cosmetics and pharmaceuticals: viscosity, yield stress, viscoelastic properties, stability tests
Rheology of polymer (e.g. polymer melts and solutions): viscoelasticity, phase transitions (glass transition, crystallization, melting), processing behaviour (hot melt extrusion, moulding, spinning), molecular weight, curing
Rheology of petrochemicals (crude oils, fracking liquids and drilling fluids): viscosity, yield stress, pressure dependent properties, stability tests, wax deposition, wax appearance temperature (WAT)
Dynamic shear rheometer (DSR) tests according to AASHTO, ASTM and DIN used for bitumen and asphalt
Construction and building material (cement paste and slurries): flow properties of suspensions with large particles

Specifications

Mars iQ with mechanical bearing

Frequency Range	0.01 to 20 Hz
Torque Range	Min. torque rotation: 0.2 mNm Max. torque rotation: 125 mNm Min. torque oscillation: 0.2 mNm Max torque oscillation: 125 mNm Torque resolution: 2.0 µNm
Angular Resolution	0.63 µrad
Weight (Metric)	57 kg
Operating Temperature Range	Depending on temperature module, cooling option and upper hood Min. temperature: -60 °C Max. temperature: 400 °C
Speed Range	Max. lift travel: 230 mm Gap resolution: 0.05 µm Min. lift speed: 0.05 µm/s Max. lift speed: 20 mm/s
Item Description	HAAKE MARS iQ Rheometer – ball-bearing
Rotational Speed Range	Min. angular velocity: 0.001 rad/s Max. angular velocity: 209.4 rad/s Min. rotation speed: 0.01 rpm Max rotation speed: 2000 rpm
Dimensions (L x W x H)	480 x 390 x 670 mm

Mars iQ with air bearing

Frequency Range	0.0001 to 100 Hz
Torque Range	Min. torque rotation: 0.001 mNm Max. torque rotation: 150 mNm Min. torque oscillation: 0.001 mNm Max torque oscillation: 150 mNm Torque resolution: 0.007 µNm
Angular Resolution	0.63 µrad
Weight (Metric)	57 kg
Normal Force	Min. normal force (N): 0.01 Max. normal force (N): 50 Normal force resolution (N): 0.001
Operating Temperature Range	Depending on temperature module, cooling option and upper hood Min. temperature: -60 °C Max. temperature: 400 °C
Speed Range	Max. lift travel: 230 mm Gap resolution: 0.05 µm Min. lift speed: 0.05 µm/s Max. lift speed: 20 mm/s
Item Description	HAAKE MARS iQ Rheometer – air-bearing
Rotational Speed Range	Min. angular velocity: 0.0001 rad/s Max. angular velocity: 209.4 rad/s Min. rotation speed: 0.001 rpm Max rotation speed: 2000 rpm
Dimensions (L x W x H)	480 x 390 x 670 mm

Brochure

RheoWin software

The system is controlled with the clear RheoWin software

The RheoWin software makes it easy to develop a new rheological measuring method. In the main view, the measuring modules are divided into three logical sections. The general section shows the icons for temperature and gauge length adjustment. The measuring sections shows all measuring methods available to the configuration in use. After measuring, automatic calculations can be carried out n the data. The calculation icons are shown in the evaluation window. For a completely unknown sample, a test series can be run with the help of the Rheowizard feature.